Wrenches are among the most ubiquitous and invaluable hand tools. They fit firmly around nuts and bolts, and their long handles generate a ton of leverage when you need to loosen or tighten fasteners.

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Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars team. A lifelong resident of Michigan, he's as happy with a wrench or welding gun in hand as he is in front of the camera or ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wrenches are among the most ubiquitous and invaluable hand tools. They fit firmly around nuts and bolts, ...

Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Spending time trying to get a good grip on nuts and bolts in ...

The wrench has long been the definitive symbol of automotive repair, decorating shop signs the world over. It makes sense; wrenches have found their way into mechanics' hands ever since the beginning.

You will not get far doing car DIY without a decent set of spanners, but inevitably there comes a time when you don’t have the right size – which is where an adjustable wrench becomes a workshop ...

All sorts of projects around the house involve nuts and bolts. Nuts and bolts appear in cars, lawn equipment, playground structures, and much more. When loosening or tightening these fasteners, which ...

The ratcheting wrench is one of those instruments that sounds frivolous but is actually an invaluable addition to the toolbox. Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars ...

Like all GearWrench products, the Stubby has excellent quality, appearance and feel. It’s made from highly polished chrome and has a lifetime warranty. They are light weight and thin and the Flex Head ...

Essentially, tools help put something together or take it apart. Nails call for a claw hammer. Screws, a screwdriver. But when it comes to nuts and bolts, the choice is not as clear. Should it be a ...